title: Narcan (naloxone HCl).
abstract: The gastroenterology nurse must be familiar with the use of Narcan. Narcan is frequently administered in the endoscopy suite after the procedure for the reversal of narcotic depression induced by pre-procedure intravenous sedation. Knowledge of Narcan will allow the nurse to safely administer the medication as well as adequately assess the patient's response to it.
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Swartz
mesh_terms: D004724:Endoscopy / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives / Q000009:adverse effects; D009270:Naloxone / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives; D009270:Naloxone